Ghent, Belgium

Quick facts

• Ghent is home to the Gravensteen, a medieval castle built in 1180, which was once the residence of the Counts of Flanders.
• The city has over 60 kilometers of canals, making it a picturesque setting often referred to as the 'Venice of the North.'
• The University of Ghent, founded in 1817, is one of the largest universities in Belgium, enrolling over 44,000 students annually.
• Ghent's St. Bavo's Cathedral houses the famous 'Adoration of the Mystic Lamb,' a 15th-century altarpiece by the Van Eyck brothers, which is considered a masterpiece of Northern Renaissance art.
• Every summer, Ghent hosts the Gentse Feesten, a 10-day cultural festival that attracts over 1 million visitors, featuring music, theater, and various local culinary delights.

Travel details

Country

Belgium

Wind (now)

21 km/h

Coordinates

51.0543, 3.7174